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Are you curious about manufacturing? Do you wonder how things are made? Do you want to know about the environmental impact of the products you are buying? Are you in the manufacturing field? In that field, are you looking for ways to improve processes, profit margins, safety or other aspects of your business? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then, you have find the right blog. This blog explores all aspects of manufacturing from a variety of angles. It may also delve into industrial topics that are related to manufacturing. I invite you to look around, and please feel free to share any posts that interest you.

Industry Changes, Environmental Impact and Other Manufacturing News

2018

How do you sent documents to your clients? Often it is quickest to send the needed papers as email attachments or to use a cloud-based storage service to transfer files but that is not always possible. There are times when only physical documents will do and you have to use the postal service.
The packaging problem
When you need to send physical documents to your client, what are your options? If the document is small enough, you can fold it up and place it in an envelope, but that won't work for lots of documents.

If you own a pressure washer business, then you know the importance of routine equipment maintenance. In fact, you may have several types of pressure washers ranging from small portable washers to larger industrial truck mounted units. Regardless of the pressure washer size, the maintenance for the water pumps is generally the same. Here are three maintenance steps that you and your employees should be taking on a routine basis to keep the pressure washer water pumps operating smoothly.

If your old office air conditioner is not performing as expected, you should plan on replacing the unit. Remember, without proper cooling, your employees will be uncomfortable, and the productivity of your general business operations will decline. Also, if your office is too warm, there will be a higher risk of office equipment overheating. If you are purchasing an office air conditioner for the first time, you should consider the below tips during selection for the best outcome.

Are you wondering whether to install PVC or stainless steel doors at your business premises? Both of these doors can offer easy access, but they have different pros and cons. Below are benefits of using PVC swing doors over stainless steel doors.
Easy installation
The installation process for PVC swing doors is much easier compared to stainless steel doors. When putting up stainless steel doors, there needs to be sufficient preparation, including digging up a foundation that will be suitable to hold up the door.

Homeowners can take on some concrete core drilling projects if they have the right tools for the job. This article discusses some of the key aspects which homeowners should pay attention to when they are performing core drilling.
Speed
Different drill bits have different speed ratings at which they can be used. Don't attempt to use a higher speed than is recommended for the drill bits which you are using. Excessive speed can cause the drill bits to wear out rapidly.

What do you do if you need to buy some wood? You could head straight for your local timber yard or DIY store and buy whatever materials you need, but that isn't your only option. Have you considered using reclaimed wood for your next building project?
How can reclaimed timber help you?
Most people engage in some type of recycling around their home, whether that is using old newspapers as a packing material or finding new uses for glass jars once the contents have been consumed.

Are you planning to restore a vintage car you recently acquired? Read on and discover some of the reasons why you should buy as many parts made from thermoplastic vulcanisates, such as TPV Santoprene, as possible.
Reduced Weight
Some vintage cars may have been made at a time when technologies that delivered fuel efficiency had not yet been developed or perfected. Consequently, your vintage car is likely to consume a lot of fuel each time you drive it.

You're probably familiar with perspex as the highly versatile acrylic sheets used in any number of creative and industrial applications.
Here are some things you didn't know about perspex:
Perspex Acrylic is a brand name for a high quality form of acrylic sheets.
Perspex take its name from the Greek word plastcos, meaning to be moulded by heat.
It is a thermoplastic homopolymer, which means it can be melted down and reformed time and time again.

If you're thinking about investing in an industrial facility or if you want to set up a plant to manufacture your newest invention, you can build it from the ground up, or you can opt for a turnkey project. A turnkey project is a contract where one party designs, builds and sets up the facility. Then, you make a payment and its yours.
Wondering if this is the right move for you?

Whether you are involved in the agriculture business, run your own haulage company or work in any other field where you need to store and move liquids, you may be feeling overwhelmed by all the options in the market. It can often seem like someone has designed more tanks, in more capacities and out of more materials, than you quite know what to do with! Not only do you need to think about what you are storing in it, but you also need to think about how you might need to move it in the future, how it will integrate into other systems you use and how you will be able to get your liquids out at the final destination.